2006 BMW M5 vs. 2003 Renault Megane
To start off, 2006 BMW M5 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Renault Megane would be higher. At 4,998 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW M5 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 420 more horse power than 2003 Renault Megane. (80 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW M5 weights approximately 535 kg more than 2003 Renault Megane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 BMW M5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Renault Megane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 BMW M5 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 BMW M5 (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 331 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Megane. (188 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW M5 | 2003 Renault Megane | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | M5 | Megane |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4998 cc | 1459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 519 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 18.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.7 seconds | 14.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1755 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 4.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.8 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
